1975 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 813 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Galant | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
